multi-terrain
|mul/ti-ter/rain|
B2
/ˌmʌlti təˈreɪn/
adaptable to various surfaces
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multi-terrain' originates from the combination of 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'terrain' meaning 'ground or land'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'multi-terrain' evolved from the need to describe vehicles or equipment capable of operating on various surfaces.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to vehicles, but now it can apply to any equipment or gear designed for diverse surfaces.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed to be used on various types of terrain.
The multi-terrain vehicle can handle both rocky and sandy surfaces.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42